ESOFT establishes ESU Colombo in Sri Lanka’s commercial capital

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From left: ESOFT Metro Campus and ESU Chairman and Group Managing Director Dr. Dayan Rajapakse, ESOFT Metro Campus and ESU CEO and ESOFT International – Singapore Director Nishan Sembacuttiaratchy, and Kingston University London Faculty Director – Strategic Partnering and Development Prof. Mukesh Limbachiya addressing the audience at the ESU Colombo launch

ESOFT Uni (ESU) has enhanced its focus on the Colombo region with the official launch of ESU Colombo, building on its islandwide academic presence and reinforcing ESOFT’s vision to deliver world-class education to students in Sri Lanka’s commercial capital.

The Colombo launch follows ESOFT’s growing success in academic innovation across the island and reflects its evolution from a pioneering IT training centre to a multi-disciplinary degree. ESU Colombo has been established to serve students who seek excellence, convenience, and future-ready credentials without leaving the country’s commercial capital.

“ESU Colombo is more than just a campus, it is a hub for intellectual empowerment and a launchpad for global careers,” stated ESOFT Metro Campus and ESU Chairman and Group Managing Director Dr. Dayan Rajapakse. He further added: “ESU is about redefining what’s possible for Sri Lankan youth, especially those who want the highest standards of education without having to leave their city or their country. ESU goes beyond classroom learning as our ultimate aim is to nurture a growing community of locally-educated professionals with a global vision for Sri Lanka.”

ESU Colombo unveiled, marking ESOFT’s expansion into Sri Lanka’s commercial capital

ESU Colombo offers a diverse portfolio of internationally accredited and recognised undergraduate and postgraduate programs across six faculties which focus on Computing, Business and Law, Life Sciences, Art and Design, Engineering, Education, Languages, and Sociology. As ESOFT is globally affiliated with Kingston University London and London Metropolitan University, students gain access to dual degrees, international transfer pathways, and exposure to global academic networks.

The new Uni features state-of-the-art facilities, including modern lecture halls, IT and biomedical laboratories, a moot court, a recreational area including pool tables, and dynamic common spaces—all designed to encourage creativity, research, and student well-being.

The launch of ESU Colombo follows the opening of ESU Kandy earlier this year, which became the largest city university in Kandy. With its strong academic portfolio and international affiliations, ESU Kandy marked a transformative milestone for higher education in the region—enabling students in the Central Province to pursue globally recognised qualifications without relocating to Colombo. The momentum generated by ESU Kandy laid the foundation for ESOFT’s continued expansion, culminating in the opening of its flagship campus in Colombo.

Applications for the July 2025 intake are now open. For more details, visit www.esu.lk or contact the admissions team via +94 76 6000 400 or +94 76 8800 400.

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